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22 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback

President Joe Biden's administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

What do weight loss drugs mean for a diet industry built on eating less and exercising more?

Like the lives of the people taking them, recent injected drugs like Wegovy and its predecessor, the diabetes medication Ozempic, are reshaping the U.S. health and fitness industries.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

USDA updates rules for school meals that limit added sugars for the first time

The nation's school meals will get a makeover under new nutrition standards that limit added sugars for the first time, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Edmunds: What you need to know about wrapping your car

Gaze around the next time you're stuck in traffic and see if you're not surprised, maybe even a little saddened, by the monochromatic sea around you. Modern cars come in a fantastic variety of shapes and sizes, but far fewer explore the more vibrant shades of the color wheel.

3 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

US banning TikTok? Your key questions answered

After years of attempts to ban the Chinese-owned app, including by former President Donald Trump, a measure to outlaw the popular video-sharing app has won congressional approval and is on its way to President Biden for his signature.

4 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Get better sleep with these 5 tips from experts

Spending too many nights trying to fall asleep — or worrying there aren't enough ZZZs in your day? You're not alone.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

Moving is stressful enough, but many report negative experiences with professional movers due to rising costs and tipping fatigue

ConsumerAffairs surveyed 1,000 Americans and found that many had negative experiences with professional movers despite paying more than they budgeted.

4 days ago in Lifestyle

America’s child care crisis is holding back moms without college degrees

In 2022, more than 1 in 10 young children had a parent who had to quit, turn down or drastically change a job in the previous year because of child care problems.

Sports

1 day ago in Sports

Gordon, Jokic lead the Nuggets to the brink of a sweep with a 112-105 win over the Lakers in Game 3

With one championship ring and a tenacious veteran core, the Denver Nuggets are a daunting matchup for any opponent in the NBA.

1 day ago in Sports

Bevy of defensive playmakers are available in Round 2 of the NFL draft after historic offensive run

The unprecedented run on quarterbacks, wide receivers and pass protectors in the NFL draft 's opening round pushed plenty of studly defenders down the board and allowed some of the top teams to select players who normally wouldn't fall to them.

2 days ago in Sports

Minnesota’s Naz Reid wins NBA’s Sixth Man of the Year award, edging Malik Monk in close vote

Naz Reid was having a productive season as a reserve when the Minnesota Timberwolves needed him in the starting lineup while playing without All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns.

2 days ago in Sports

Cubs OF Cody Bellinger sidelined by two fractured ribs on his right side

Cody Bellinger has two fractured ribs on his right side, sidelining another key player for the Chicago Cubs.

3 days ago in Sports

PGA Tour players learn how much loyalty is worth in new equity program

Players who stayed loyal to the PGA Tour amid lucrative recruitment by Saudi-funded LIV Golf are starting to find out how much that loyalty could be worth.

3 days ago in Sports

First-round picks could be on the trading block on Day 1 of the NFL draft

The No. 1 pick in the NFL draft already has traded hands, with Carolina sending it more than a year ago to Chicago in a trade to move up to take Bryce Young first overall in 2023.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Reggie Bush is reinstated as 2005 Heisman Trophy winner, with organizers citing NIL rule changes

The Heisman Trust reinstated the former Southern California tailback as the 2005 Heisman Trophy winner on Wednesday, citing fundamental changes in the structure of college athletics during the 14 years since Bush forfeited the trophy and the honor.

3 days ago in Sports

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving lead Mavs over Clippers 96-93 to tie series as Kawhi Leonard returns

Led by Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, the Dallas Mavericks bounced back to take away home-court advantage from the Los Angeles Clippers and newly returned and rusty Kawhi Leonard.

National News

1 day ago in National, Trending

‘The movement will persist’: Advocates stress Weinstein reversal doesn’t derail #MeToo reckoning

#MeToo founder Tarana Burke has heard it before. Every time there's a legal setback, the movement is declared dead in the water. A legal success, and presto, it's alive again.

2 days ago in National, Trending

Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction is overturned by New York’s top court

New York's highest court on Thursday overturned Harvey Weinstein 's 2020 rape conviction, reversing a landmark ruling of the #MeToo era. The court found the trial judge unfairly allowed testimony against the ex-movie mogul based on allegations that weren't part of the case.

2 days ago in National

USC cancels graduation ceremony and dozens are arrested on other campuses as anti-war protests grow

The University of Southern California canceled its main graduation ceremony Thursday and dozens of students were arrested on other campuses as protests against the Israel-Hamas war continued to spread.

2 days ago in National

No one is above the law. Supreme Court will decide if that includes Trump while he was president

On the left and right, Supreme Court justices seem to agree on a basic truth about the American system of government: No one is above the law, not even the president.

3 days ago in National

About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren’t yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds

About one-quarter of U.S. adults age 50 and older who are not yet retired say they expect to never retire and 70% are concerned about prices rising faster than their income, an AARP survey finds.

Entertainment News

1 day ago in Entertainment

With ‘Alien’ back in theaters, ‘Alien: Romulus’ director teases how the new film connects

Ridley Scott's "Alien" is back in theaters Friday for its 45th anniversary and to get audiences excited about the new installment coming in August.

1 day ago in Entertainment

‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is (almost) ready to shake up the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Shawn Levy is no novice when it comes to rumors around his projects. Years on "Stranger Things" taught him how to tune out the noise. Yet even he's found himself astonished by the sheer volume of speculation around "Deadpool & Wolverine."

1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending

Jerry Seinfeld’s commitment to the bit

Jerry Seinfeld has been responsible for more movies than you think. Yes, he co-wrote and lent his voice to 2007's "Bee Movie." But before that, "Seinfeld" — where going to the movies, with or without the aid of Moviefone, was nearly as regular a destination as the coffee shop — gave birth to dozens of (fake) films.

2 days ago in Entertainment

The Rolling Stones set to play New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024, opening Thursday

It looks like the third time is the charm as the 2024 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage festival prepares, again, for The Rolling Stones to perform.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Summer Movie Guide: Virtually all the movies coming to theaters and streaming from May to Labor Day

Are you ready for some movies this summer? There's action-adventure, romance, horror, franchises and anniversary re-releases of some of your favorites populating theaters and streaming services from May through Labor Day.

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Local News

5 days ago in Local

Adam Montgomery Ordered to Attend Sentencing

Montgomery has maintained his innocence and had asked the court to excuse his appearance.

1 week ago in Local

Mailman Robbed in Nashua

The assault may be part of a bigger trend where people steal keys to get access to blue mailboxes..

1 week ago in Local

First Witness Testifies in YDC Trial

The state argues it was not responsible for what it calls “rogue” employees.

2 weeks ago in Local

More Manchester Clergy added to Sex Abuse List

Law enforcement has been notified of the reports concerning all 3 priests.

2 weeks ago in Local

Youth Center Sex Abuse Trial Underway

In the 7 years since David Meehan went to police, the state has launched an unprecedented criminal investigation into the facility.

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